CREATING GENERATIONS of BEAUTIFUL, LIFE‐CHANGING SMILES

CREATING GENERATIONS of BEAUTIFUL, LIFE‐CHANGING SMILES

We are excited at the opportunity to provide you and your

family with orthodontic care. Choosing to undertake

orthodontic treatment is making an investment that will last

a lifetime. Choosing the right orthodontist is an important part

of the decision.

We are dedicated to providing you and your family

with professional yet personal orthodontic care.

We use the most advanced techniques available to

provide the most effective and efficient means of

correcting each individual orthodontic problem.

We think you will find our office to be warm and

comforting. We have added many conveniences for our patients

including a coffee bar, fresh baked cookies, multiple interactive

media devices, game stations as well as a movie theater.

We want you to feel welcome and at home at every visit.

Through our teamwork and positive attitude, we are committed to making a difference

In the lives of our patients by providing quality care with the utmost integrity and

compassion. We continue to improve our skills through professional and personal growth,

holding ourselves accountable to our patients each and every day.

You can trust diciccio orthodontics to provide a high standard of service in a fun environment

while creating generations of beautiful, life‐changing smiles.

Welcome to Our Practice

About Dr. DiCiccio

Dr. DiCiccio is an active member in the following organizations:

• American Association of Orthodontists• Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists• California State Society of Orthodontists• American Dental Association• California Dental Association• Fresno-Madera Dental Society

Dr. Pat DiCiccio completed his dental education in 1985. He then returned

to Loma Linda University where he completed his orthodontic residency.

He received the Roland Walters Research Award as the top resident in his class.

Dr. DiCiccio and his wife Mischelle have four children, Veronica, Victoria,

Lucas and Alexis. As a Family they enjoy spending time together, especially

traveling. When Dr. DiCiccio is not in the office he can usually be found at one

of his children’s many activities, on the golf course, or attending almost any

local sporting event.

Right Age for Treatment

ChildrenDr. Diciccio recommends that a child receive his or

her first orthodontic examination no later than age 7.

Early diagnosis and treatment can correct small

problems before they become larger problems.

Typical signs of the need for an orthodontic exam may

include, but are not limited to, the early or late loss of

teeth, difficulty in chewing, mouth-breathing, finger

sucking, crowded teeth, jaw dysfunction, a sunken or

protruding jaw or misaligned teeth. Signs of potential

orthodontic problems may not be obvious. Our initial

exams are at no charge and are the most sensible

means of ensuring proper oral health.

AdolescentsOrthodontics is more than straightening crooked

teeth. An overbite, an underbite, a dysfunctional

smile and a sunken or protruding chin all may be

corrected with orthodontic treatment. Proper tooth

and jaw alignment are critical to achieving long-term

oral health.

We feel that treatment at this time provides us with

the greatest opportunity to achieve the best result.

Adolescent children are searching for their identity

and their way in life, so treatment at this time also

allows us to provide encouragement and guidance

as the child matures.

AdultsMany adults were unable to get orthodontic

treatment during childhood and, as a result,

have simply lived with misaligned teeth or a

dysfunctional bite most of their lives. Orthodontics

can be rewarding to our adult patients. We find

that our adult patients are very motivated.

Teeth provide the support structure for the soft

tissue of the lower face, including lips, cheeks,

and marionette lines. By repositioning the teeth

and jaw, skin can appear tighter and lips can

appear fuller. We can often achieve greater

facial aesthetics without surgery or the

extraction of teeth by creating a treatment plan

utilizing appliances that can expand the jaw

and reposition teeth and gums.

Patient Testimonials

AppointmentsOrthodontics is a process that requires multiple

appointments over the course of treatment.

Most people seeking orthodontic treatment have other

important obligations during the day, usually involved

with work or school. After your initial exam and bonding

appointments, adjustment appointments typically only

require 15 minutes of your time.

When active orthodontic treatment begins, each patient is

seen every 4 to 12 weeks, and some of these

appointments may conflict with work or school schedules.

We will make every effort to schedule your appointments

to fit into your busy schedule.

Your Initial VisitOur goal at your first visit is to discover whether

orthodontic treatment can benefit you. Digital

photographs and a panoramic film will be obtained

in order to aid in the diagnosis and planning of

your treatment needs.

After a comprehensive orthodontic examination,

Dr. DiCiccio and our treatment coordinator will talk

with you, answer all of your questions, and discuss

the details of your treatment plan. It is also at this

time that we will schedule an appointment for full

dental records.

“I love coming here because there are a lot of fun things

to do. They have contests and prizes for the patients

that have brushed their teeth really well. They even

have a movie theater or you can watch TV when you

are getting your check-up. I just love it here.”

- Lauren Del Carlo

“Not knowing what it was going to be like at such a

late age getting into braces, I was really happy with the

outcome and the way that my teeth look. I would

recommend Dr. DiCiccio to anybody.”

- Wayne Nevills

“I had the choice of having some lower teeth removed

because they were beginning to poke a hole in my

upper palate. I’m very grateful to have had the

opportunity, even at this stage in my life to have

orthodontia and finally get a great smile.”

- Lloyd Shaffer

“I’m the kind of person that does a lot of research before

I make a big decision for purchase and orthodontics is

one of those big purchases in life. I wanted to make sure

that I was satisfied with the skill, the quality, the price,

convenience and that it was also going to be an

enjoyable place to be. After looking at all of those

factors, by far Dr. DiCiccio’s office won out.

- Susan Bursano

7055 N . Fresno • Su i te 302 • Fresno , CA 93720 • 55 9. 225 .2251 • www.d ic i cc ioor tho . com

Fir Ave.

Herndon Ave.

Fresno St.Suite 302

7055N. Fresno St.